We're looking for a People & Culture Partner to help our people leaders create positive workplace experiences, drive organisational outcomes, and support the wellbeing of our blended workforce.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a People & Culture Partner, you will collaborate with managers to provide expert guidance on workforce management, ensuring effective issue resolution, policy compliance, and support for role design, planning, and capability development in a shared services environment. The position is full time, permanent opportunity will ideally be based in Blackburn with hybrid working arrangements.

Key responsibilities:

• Partnering with Managers Across a Blended Workforce: Build trusted relationships to support effective management of employees and volunteers.
• Advisory Support: Act as a key point of contact for managers, providing timely, practical advice on employee and volunteer-related matters within a shared service model.
• Capability Building and Coaching: Coach and equip managers with tools and knowledge to confidently manage both employee and volunteer engagement, development, and performance.
• Risk, Systems, and Compliance: Guide managers in applying risk and compliance frameworks for safe and effective workforce practices.
• Service Delivery and Continuous Improvement: Collaborate on projects, change initiatives, and service enhancements that contribute to improved manager experience and workforce outcomes.

ABOUT YOU

Our ideal candidate will have strong generalist experience and be confident advising senior leaders, skilled in navigating complex employee matters, and committed to building leadership capability across an organisation.

Key Capabilities:

• A degree qualification in HR, Business, Psychology or a related discipline or equivalent relevant experience.
• Understanding of volunteer management, risk and engagement principles.
• Understanding of P&C practices, employee relations and compliance frameworks including awards, industrial instruments and relevant legislation.

WHY WORK FOR US?

TSA offers an inclusive work culture and strong opportunities for career development. In return we also offer benefits such as;

• Eligible employees can access NFP salary packaging for living expenses ($15,900 tax free for rent, mortgage, school fees etc) plus meals and entertainment benefits ($2,650 tax free)
• On site parking
• Hybrid working arrangement minimum 2 days in office.
• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.
• Health insurance, home energy and home office supplies discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service.

HOW TO APPLY

The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most. We invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here - providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.